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M298 RSO

1996 Fiat Tipo

White Petrol 1372cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,393 mi
Last recorded83,393 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM298 RSO
MakeFiat
ModelTipo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,372cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2009 83,393 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 72,385 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2006 67,378 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Tipo?

Based on 127,347 MOT tests across 22,694 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
6,126
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,060
brake recording little or no effort 2,369
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,327
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,135
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,862
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M298 RSO is a 1996 Fiat Tipo in White with a 1,372cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Fiat Tipo fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M298 RSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tipo typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Fiat Tipo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M298 RSO registered?

M298 RSO is a 1996 Fiat Tipo, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is M298 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M298 RSO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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